"By 'imperialism' I mean the process whereby the dominant politico-economic interests of one nation expropriate for their own enrichment the land, labor, raw materials, and markets of another people." Michael Parenti
The act of imperialism has truly changed the face of this earth. The world's distrust towards nations with wealth become much clearer as the Age of Imperialism unfolds. The first example we will be looking at is the relationship between Europe and Africa. Here are some questions you should ask yourself while studying this part of the unit:
1. Why did imperialism start in Europe?
2. What was the incentive of Europe to become imperialists over other countries?
3. Why was Africa imperialized?
4. How did imperialism change the world?
5. Do the benefits of imperialism outweigh the costs?
Assignment - Reading - What does Darwin say about Imperialism?
Read the excerpts below and answer the document based questions which are appear at the end of the reading.
Watch the video below and continue to add to your notes on chart. Make sure that you include the long term impacts of Colonization as well. Jot down your thoughts on the the question: What has been the legacy of imperialism in Africa? As you watch the video. These thoughts should form your response in the document above, "The Scramble for Africa."
"By 'imperialism' I mean the process whereby the dominant politico-economic interests of one nation expropriate for their own enrichment the land, labor, raw materials, and markets of another people." Michael Parenti
The act of imperialism has truly changed the face of this earth. The world's distrust towards nations with wealth become much clearer as the Age of Imperialism unfolds. The first example we will be looking at is the relationship between Europe and Africa. Here are some questions you should ask yourself while studying this part of the unit:
1. Why did imperialism start in Europe?
2. What was the incentive of Europe to become imperialists over other countries?
3. Why was Africa imperialized?
4. How did imperialism change the world?
5. Do the benefits of imperialism outweigh the costs?
Assignment - Reading - What does Darwin say about Imperialism?
Read the excerpts below and answer the document based questions which are appear at the end of the reading.
Introduction to Imperialism: Examine the Chart Below
Case Studies In Imperialism (Causes and Effects)
Scramble for Africa
Take a look at the map below - WOW!
Assignment for this sections and the one below
Assignment: The Legacy of Imperialism in Africa
Watch the video below and continue to add to your notes on chart. Make sure that you include the long term impacts of Colonization as well. Jot down your thoughts on the the question: What has been the legacy of imperialism in Africa? As you watch the video. These thoughts should form your response in the document above, "The Scramble for Africa."